When is the cheapest time of year to fly to Cairns?

If you’re looking for cheap Cairns flights, you’re likely to find them from November to December and February to March. This is generally considered off-peak, as it falls during the stinger season (November to May), and the weather in Cairns is humid, with the most rainfall at this time of year. However, great deals can be found year-round, particularly when booking in advance.

What is the best time of year to book flights to Cairns?

If you want to take advantage of the dry season, the best time to book flights to Cairns is between June to September. However, for fewer crowds and more moderate airfares, the shoulder seasons of April to May and the tail end of October tick a lot of boxes. The weather is pleasant, and there are safety precautions you can take to still enjoy the water during the stinger season (November to May).

Which airlines offer direct flights to Cairns?

There are a number of airlines that fly direct to Cairns in Australia. The main ones are Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Regional Express (Rex), with availability depending on where you’re departing from. To see which airlines service your travel route, use our flights to Cairns deal finder.

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Sun 10 Dec	$493* ONE WAY	Best Price $480* ONE WAY	$513* ONE WAY	08 Dec
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Tue 19 Dec	Best Price $275* ONE WAY	$555* ONE WAY	$1,265* ONE WAY	08 Dec
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Mon 25 Dec	Best Price $212* ONE WAY	$634* ONE WAY	$1,502* ONE WAY	08 Dec
Tue 26 Dec	Best Price $493* ONE WAY	$844* ONE WAY	$1,502* ONE WAY	07 Dec
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Fri 29 Dec	Best Price $275* ONE WAY	$801* ONE WAY	$1,265* ONE WAY	07 Dec
Sat 30 Dec	Best Price $275* ONE WAY	$742* ONE WAY	$1,265* ONE WAY	08 Dec
Sun 31 Dec	Best Price $275* ONE WAY	$520* ONE WAY	$1,265* ONE WAY	08 Dec

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